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Lower West Side Private Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private elementary schools serving 724 students in the neighborhood of Lower West Side, Chicago, IL.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Lower West Side include St. Procopius School, St. Pius V School, and St. Ann Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois private elementary school average acceptance rate of 89%.
100% of private elementary schools in Lower West Side are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Lower West Side Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Ann Elementary School
St. Ann Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 240 students
Catholic
2211 W 18th Pl
Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 829-4153
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Map of St. Pius V School
St. Pius V School
Gr: PK-8 | 167 students
Catholic
1919 S Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 226-1590
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St. Procopius School Photo
St. Procopius School
Gr: PK-8 | 175 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
1625 S Allport St
Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 421-5135
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Map of St. Paul Our Lady Of Vilna
St. Paul Our Lady Of Vilna
Gr: PK-8 | 142 students
Catholic
2114 W 22nd Pl
Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 847-6078
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Lower West Side, Chicago, IL?
The top ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Lower West Side, Chicago, IL include St. Procopius School, St. Pius V School, and St. Ann Elementary School.
How many private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Lower West Side, Chicago?
4 private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Lower West Side, Chicago.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Lower West Side, Chicago?
100% of private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Lower West Side, Chicago are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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